Spicy Jalapeño Popper Soup with Grilled Cheese Dippers

Spicy Jalapeño Popper Soup with Grilled Cheese Dippers

Creamy, cheesy, and just the right amount of spicy, this Jalapeño Popper Soup tastes like your favorite appetizer turned into a comforting bowl of goodness. Paired with crispy grilled cheese dippers, it’s the ultimate comfort meal.

Ingredients

For the Soup

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 cups cream cheese, softened and cubed
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup diced jalapeños (fresh or pickled, adjust to taste)
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup heavy cream or whole milk
• Optional garnish: chopped green onions, extra cheese, or crispy tortilla strips

For the Grilled Cheese Dippers

• Sandwich bread (any kind you like)
• Butter, softened
• Sliced or shredded melty cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or American)

Instructions

Make the Soup

1. Sauté the Aromatics
   Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
   Add diced onion and cook for 4–5 minutes until soft and translucent.
   Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
2. Add Broth & Flavor
   Pour in the broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
   Stir in jalapeños, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
3. Make It Creamy
   Reduce heat to low.
   Add cream cheese and stir until fully melted and smooth.
   Pour in the heavy cream (or milk) and stir well.
4. Add Cheese
   Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
   Simmer gently for 5–10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
   Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Make the Grilled Cheese Dippers

1. Butter one side of each slice of bread.
2. Place cheese between two slices (butter side out).
3. Cook in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown on both sides and cheese is melted.
4. Cut sandwiches into strips for dipping.

Serve

Ladle hot soup into bowls and serve with grilled cheese dippers on the side—or right in the soup for dunking.

Recipe Details

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Servings: 4